CSS Bombshell

In this article, we will delve into the fascinating world of CSS Bombshell, exploring its multiple facets and meanings. _Var1 has been the object of interest and debate throughout history, awakening the curiosity and study of experts in various disciplines. From its impact on contemporary society to its ancestral origins, CSS Bombshell has become a topic of unquestionable relevance. Through a detailed analysis, we will analyze the different perspectives that exist around CSS Bombshell, seeking to shed light on its true meaning and its influence in today's world.

History
Confederate States
NameBombshell
CommissionedApril 1864
DecommissionedMay 5, 1864
FateCaptured by Union Navy
General characteristics
Length90 ft (27 m)
Draft3 ft 6 in (1.07 m)
PropulsionSteam engine
Complement37 officers and men
Armament
  • 3 howitzers
  • 1 × 20 pounder (9 kg) cannon

CSS Bombshell — believed to have been an Erie Canal steamer — was a U.S. Army transport. Bombshell was sunk by the Confederate batteries in Albemarle Sound, North Carolina on April 18, 1864. She was raised by the Confederate forces and taken into the Confederate States Navy under the command of Lieutenant Albert Gallatin Hudgins, CSN. Bombshell was captured at the Battle of Albemarle Sound by USS Mattabesett and USS Sassacus on May 5, 1864 and sent to New York City.

References

Public Domain This article incorporates text from the public domain Dictionary of American Naval Fighting Ships. The entry can be found here.

The Battle of Albemarle Sound, the CSS Bombshell is shown in the background.